PLA (Polylactic Acid) is one of the most-used 3D printing materials. In plain terms: the everyday workhorse — effortless printing, brilliant detail.
VOXFIL PLA is our most popular filament. It prints fast and flawlessly with a satin finish, great layer adhesion and zero warp. Made from plant-based polylactic acid, it is the ideal starting point for prototypes, models, and decorative parts.
Key properties of PLA
| Filament diameter | 1.75 mm ±0.02 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.24 g/cm³ |
| Nozzle temperature | 190 – 220 °C |
| Bed temperature | 45 – 60 °C |
| Print speed | 60 – 150 mm/s |
| Cooling fan | Required (100%) |
| Heat deflection (HDT) | 55 °C |
| Tensile strength | 61 MPa |
| Elongation at break | 4 – 6 % |
| Drying | Not required — store in dry, sealed bag |
| Glass transition (Tg) | 55 – 60 °C |
| Flexural modulus | 3.2 GPa |
| Recommended nozzle | Brass (standard) |
| Storage | Sealed bag, below 40% RH |
How to print PLA
- Nozzle: 190 – 220 °C (215 °C sweet spot)
- Bed: 45 – 60 °C, PEI or tape surface
- Speed: up to 150 mm/s with full cooling
- No enclosure needed — great for open printers
Best applications for PLA
- Prototypes & concept models
- Architectural models
- Toys & figurines
- Jigs, fixtures & tooling
- Decorative and display parts
Best for: Beginners, rapid iteration, high-detail visual parts.
Buying PLA in volume? VOXFIL supplies PLA filament with batch QC reports and factory-direct pricing — and our engineers are happy to advise on your application.